Academic Support Coordinator I

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us

As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

Themed Experience, College of Arts and Humanities:

The Themed Experience MFA and MS are highly selective graduate degree programs that teach design and production of themed experiences such as theme parks, restaurants, retail, zoos, museums, etc. The programs collaborate with other academic disciplines within UCF as well as leaders in the themed entertainment industry. Themed Experience at UCF has an industry Advisory Council, 6 instructors, and approximately 65 matriculating master’s candidates.

The Opportunity

The Academic Support Coordinator will be the primary point of contact for all administrative needs for Themed Experience graduate students and the program director. The coordinator will support, communicate, and confer with the Program Director and work as an administrative liaison between Themed Experience, CAH, and other departments. The coordinator will also help support CAH Graduate Studies administration as needed.

Responsibilities:

Assist Themed Experience Program Director with scheduling and administration to include course schedules, meetings with students and faculty and staff. Assist with budgeting and expense reporting for Themed Experience funds. Administrative support for Themed Experience professional internships. Assist and support the Program Director with Themed Experience student advisement. Administrate assessment for MS and MFA Themed Experience Programs. Assist Program Director in Themed Experience development efforts. Assist in recruitment of applicants to the Themed Experience Programs. Assist in creating and maintaining academic schedule. Assist with on-boarding and hiring adjunct instructors. Track and update syllabi and course proposals. Coordinate Themed Experience Thesis process for MFA candidates (dates, paperwork, etc.). Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 0+ years of relevant experience Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience Working at a University.

• Advising experience.

• Business writing experience.

• Experience with Microsoft Office.

• Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to communicate and work in a team environment.

• Ability to interact and collaborate effectively with diverse people and organizations.

Additional Application Materials Required:

• Resume

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• And more…For more benefits information, go to UCF Employee Benefits Guide (12-14-21)

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, Ph.D.’s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) – Performing Arts – Themed Experience

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 9AM to 6PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$42,367.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

03-02-2024-12-00-AM

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.